Our History and Vision
The PLACe was founded in 1995 and has grown into one of the largest
music institutions of its kind in the entire desert southwest. The PLACe
offers a broad assortment of instructional and ensemble opportunities
for string, woodwind, brass, percussion, piano, and guitar players.
Along with its unparalleled staff of professional musicians and
experienced educators, and superb group of distinguished and
award-winning student musicians, the PLACe is devoted to providing
exceptional musical training and positive playing experiences to
students of all ages and levels of proficiency.
To register for classes or lessons call 602.678.5850 or CLICK HERE.
Musician Enrichment Foundation (MEF)
Many PLACe students and faculty participant in concerts, solo
competitions, ensembles, and more, sponsored by the
Musician Enrichment Foundation. The PLACe is proud to be a MEF supporter
and gladly hosts several MEF ensembles and events. To find out more about MEF, visit the MEF blog at:
MusicianEnrichementFoundation.blogspot.com

The Phoenix Liturgical Arts Center (PLACe)
If you are interested in finding out more about the Phoenix
Liturgical Arts Center, CLICK HERE. COMING SOON!
Other Links
CLICK HERE to see some other interesting
music links and friends of the PLACe.
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Faculty
Administrative Staff:
Carol Mellis
Mark Mellis
Lia Taylor
Violin:
Lia Taylor
Viola:
Megan Smith
Lia Taylor
Cello:
Mary Wilkening
String Bass:
Claudia Botterweg
Flute:
Carol Mellis
Rachel Mellis
David Nischwitz
Jeanie Pierce
Jordan Pearson*
Oboe:
Jill Masiello
Clarinet:
Caroline Bunikis
Anthony Masiello
Saxophone:
Kevin Gorman
Mark Mellis
Bassoon:
Amy Beckman
Brass:
Allyn Swanson
Jeff Malecki
Piano:
Caroline Bunikis
Ken LaFave
Richard Russo
Lisa Sammut
Danny Soulsby*
Guitar:
John Calvert
Conductors:
Carol Mellis
Mark Mellis
Connie Jahrmarkt
*Student
Instructor
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